Manchester, England – Joe Joyce and Filip Hrgovic went head-to-head at the Co-op Live arena, setting the stage for an intense match-up between two seasoned heavyweight contenders. Both fighters, coming off recent defeats, are vying for a crucial win to solidify their positions in the competitive world of professional boxing.
Joyce, a former 2016 Olympic silver medalist with an impressive record of 16-3, faced setbacks against Zhilei Zhang and Derek Chisora in his recent fights. Despite these challenges, the 39-year-old is determined to secure a victory against Hrgovic to keep his career aspirations alive at the top level of the heavyweight division.
Meanwhile, Hrgovic, boasting a record of 17-1, made a name for himself with a notable win over Zhang in 2022. However, a loss to Daniel Dubois earlier this year derailed his quest for the IBF title. Now, he faces Joyce in a high-stakes battle that could potentially shape the trajectory of his boxing career.
In addition to the main event between Joyce and Hrgovic, the fight card also features other exciting matchups, including David Adeleye versus Jeamie “TKV” Tshikeva for the vacant British heavyweight title. These bouts promise to deliver thrilling action and intense competition for boxing enthusiasts.
The preliminary fights are set to kick off at 11:10 a.m. ET, with live streaming available for viewers to catch all the early action. The main card is scheduled to start at 2 p.m. ET on DAZN, culminating in the eagerly anticipated showdown between Joyce and Hrgovic later in the afternoon.
As the fighters make their way to the ring, anticipation and excitement are running high among fans and critics alike. With so much on the line for both Joyce and Hrgovic, this match-up is sure to be a memorable and hard-fought battle between two determined contenders in the heavyweight division.